DV Hotline Specialist Part Time (Sat-Sun, 9am-5pm)

Title: DV Hotline Specialist PT ((Sat-Sun1am-9am)(shift times cannot be changed or accommodated)

Department: Artemis House

Reports to: Crisis Hotline Program Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay Range: $20.00-$22.00

About Us:

Shelter House was established in 1981 as a grassroots responder to the homelessness crisis in Fairfax County. Since the organizations inception we have adapted and grown to meet community needs all while working in partnership with government and private partners and community members. Today Shelter House is a successful and reputable organization of over 100 employees committed to preventing and ending homelessness and domestic the last year our compassionate team of individuals changed the lives of nearly 2000 individuals half of which were children.

Our Culture is built from our Core Values of Inclusivity Collaboration Accountability Respect and Empowerment (i.C.A.R.E.). In addition to our incredible mission and culture we offer our employees a work-life balance 401K (with employer matching) and core benefits (medical/dental/vision) for full-time employees with a generous employer contribution towards premiums.

About the Role:

The Domestic Violence (DV) Hotline Specialist is an essential remote position covering the 24-hour domestic and sexual violence hotline for Fairfax County through Shelter House. The Hotline Specialist will answer the crisis line and assess callers for shelter entry eligibility in addition to providing resources information and safety planning regardless of shelter entry. The Hotline Specialist must listen empathetically and with an ear tuned to assessing imminent danger of lethality due to domestic violence. The Hotline Specialist will provide trauma informed crisis intervention advocacy support and safety planning and work in collaboration with community resources and addition the Hotline Specialist will coordinate with shelter staff and management to ensure a smooth transition for callers from the community to the shelter.

All Part-Time Hotline Specialist will receive an hourly pay of $20.00-$22.00 an hour. Part-Time staff are required to cover at least 2 shifts a weekend which will include weekend days evenings and overnights including holiday coverage.

How you will contribute:

• Conduct crisis screenings over the phone with those seeking shelter entry into Fairfax Countys shelter for those fleeing domestic violence or callers seeking DV/SV/Human trafficking/Stalking resources.

• Provide emotional support through supportive listening trauma informed crisis intervention advocacy and safety planning in addition to providing resources whenever possible and requested.

• Provide problem solving safety planning education advocacy to callers as appropriate

• Provide appropriate community referrals and work collaboratively with other community agencies to provide comprehensive services for callers where possible and appropriate.

• Have a quiet workspace with reliable wi-fi connection to conduct calls professionally and privately while maintaining caller privacy.

• Answer every call that comes to the hotline during shift.

• Promptly document all calls in required systems maintain strict confidentiality and ensure all required information is gathered and recorded.

• Ability to navigate and utilize digital platforms for tracking/storing information.

• Submit all completed and required documentation no later than the end of a shift.

• Adhere to all agency and department policies and procedures.

• Remain knowledgeable of best practices related to DV/SV/Human Trafficking/Stalking as well as internal policies and processes that may impact shelter eligibility.

• Attend virtual supervision and staff meetings ongoing training and quarterly meetings which may be in person periodically.

• Communicate regularly with Hotline Program Manager to report the start of your shift any changes in your schedule and any challenges you experience answering calls.

• Maintain regular communication with supervisor to seek support guidance during shift to process challenging calls if/when necessary.

• Consistent showing up to shifts on time and communicating in advance if unable to cover any agreed upon shift.

• Ensure compliance with all agency policies.

• Exemplify the Shelter House core values; Inclusivity Collaboration Accountability Respect and Empowerment.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Required:

• Must be a resident of NOVA (Northern Virginia)

• Reliable and stable internet connection

• Quiet workspace

• Bachelors degree in human services Social Work or related Field or combination of education and experience

• 2 years experience working with victims of DV/SV/ or Human Trafficking

• Knowledge in counseling techniques and experience in trauma informed domestic and sexual violence

• Clear written communication

• Active listening skills

• Computer skills including work Excel email and the internet

• Ability to maintain professional ethics and client confidentiality

• Strong written and oral communication skills

• Ability to prioritize competing priorities and make sound judgements

• Ability to complete tasks while navigating frequent interruptions

• Strong organizational and time management skills

Preferred:

• Experience working with clients who have suffered trauma. Preferred would be experience working in the fields of domestic violence and/or child abuse.

• Experience in a call center handling crisis situations.

• Must be familiar with trauma-informed care especially as it relates to individuals experiencing domestic violence.

• Experience working with diverse populations.

Physical Requirements:

• Annual TB Test is required

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods

• Ability to lift items weighing 10-20 pounds

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: Shelter House is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants. All employment-related decisions will be made and carried out without regard to race color religion national origin ancestry citizenship age (over 40) sex marital status pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity veteran status disability unrelated to the individuals ability to perform his or her job or any other legally protected status. Shelter House will also provide reasonable accommodations to pregnant and qualified employees with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of their job and to employees with respect to their observance of their religious beliefs in accordance with applicable law. Any job applicant or employee who would like or needs an accommodation may request an accommodation by contacting the Human Resources department.

Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy:

Drug-Free Workplace: Shelter House is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace. Employment is contingent upon compliance with our Drug-Free Workplace Policy which prohibits the unlawful manufacture sale distribution dispensation possession or use of controlled substances or marijuana in the workplace. Additionally all subcontracts and purchase orders over $10000 must include provisions ensuring a drug-free workplace.

Required Experience:

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